. >> professor ed is the new dean of uc berkeley graduate school. he said the network had trouble gaining viewers, but because it reaches current or at least it's placed on the cable and satellite lineups could be exactly what al-jazeera need sdmrs they've had a very very difficult time getting traction in the american cable system. initially that was because they developed a reputation. it was kind of toxic after the first gulf war. >> the likely end result of the sale, current tv becomes al-jazeera america. >> qatar is the country from which where al-jazeera is based. it is considered a moderate country. it has enormous u.s. ties, including a massive base. >> california republican party chair tom was a guest on current numerous times. >> they are so different from the other voices out there that i think they will probably be able to find some following among our viewers in america. >> it is unclear what will happen at current's san francisco offices. two current employees told me this afternoon that they are concerned. they'll soon be looking for